I'm Jeanne, and was just diagnosed ADD yesterday. I'm also Bipolar I, rapid cycling, Hypothyroid, and suffer from migraines and tension headaches. Once the bipolar got under control, the ADD made itself known. I'm on ritalin for the Add, and I'm really really happy with the results so far....the running commentary in my head has stopped!!

I also use a service dog, Lucky, for my moodswings and migraines. The migraines used to come on suddenly, and make me disoriented. With him alerting me before they happen, I can use an Imitrex nasal spray to stop them in their tracks. For the moodswings, he lets me know to be hypervigilant untill I can tell which way I'm going. They used to catch me by surprise, and I'd be lost in them. I'm guessing he can smell the biochemical changes associated with each event, because the new smell of the ritalin seems to have him a little confused right now...lol

Welcome to both of you. It sounds like others have said that you have overcome a lot of challanges. I am sure you will find lots of support here. I am very new and have found this forum to be extremly helpful.

Welcome Jeanne. I'm pretty new here myself...matter in fact i don't even know if i have ADD or not, but it doesn't matter. I like hanging out here & i'm sure you will too. You'll find tons of support from these wonderful people here

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